2026 Mazda Mazda3 Preferred
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$29,798$32,074
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$2,877 below the MSRP of $32,675
On the market 75 days
Capital Mazda of Cary
515 Crossroads Blvd, Cary, NC
Stock #Z881991
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Specifications
- Year
- 2026
- Make
- Mazda
- Model
- Mazda3
- Trim
- Preferred
- Body style
- Hatchback
- Mileage
- 15 mi
- Engine
- 2.5L 4-cylinder
- Horsepower
- 186 hp
- Torque
- 186 lb-ft
- Cylinders
- 4
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- MPG (city / hwy)
- 25 / 34
- Doors
- 5
- Seats
- 5
- Exterior color
- Black
- Interior color
- Red
- MSRP
- $32,675
- VIN
- JM1BPBLL1T1881991
Price history
| Date | Listed price |
|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2026 | $29,798 |
| Jul 6, 2026 | $29,798 ↓ |
| Jul 3, 2026 | $32,074 ↑ |
| Jun 22, 2026 | $31,574 |
Before you buy this Mazda
- Get the VIN checked before you go. A clean history report is the cheapest insurance you can buy. Vehicle history reports
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- Never discuss a trade-in until the purchase price is locked. Trade-in tips